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Buying a Car During the Coronavirus Pandemic
May 6

May 6 Buying a Car During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Kim Kaporis
Auto Loans

Know your options for buying a car while maintaining social distancing during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Helpful Tips on “Best Ways” to Use Your CARES Economic Impact Payment
Apr 30

Apr 30 Helpful Tips on “Best Ways” to Use Your CARES Economic Impact Payment

Paula Anderson
Coronavirus Pandemic

Everyone’s financial situation is different. Here are some ways you may consider using your economic stimulus payment.

Different Digital Payment Options During Social Distancing
Apr 23

Apr 23 Different Digital Payment Options During Social Distancing

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy

Using online banking, third-party apps, or making payment on a company’s website directly can streamline how you see banking today. (And could help flatten the curve.)

5 Ways to Protect Against Stimulus Check Scams
Apr 11

Apr 11 5 Ways to Protect Against Stimulus Check Scams

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy, Freedom To Grow

Here are a few ways to protect yourself from potential scammers while the stimulus package rolls out.

Financial Relief Options for Our Members: During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Apr 9

Apr 9 Financial Relief Options for Our Members: During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy, Freedom To Grow

We’re here for you.  See what relief options we’re offering our members to see how we can help during this difficult time living during a pandemic.

5 Financial Tips for the Coronavirus Pandemic
Mar 26

Mar 26 5 Financial Tips for the Coronavirus Pandemic

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy, MoneyMatters

Now is the time to stay calm, wash your hands, and follow these financial tips.

How to Teach the Value of a Dollar for Kids At Any Age
Mar 20

Mar 20 How to Teach the Value of a Dollar for Kids At Any Age

Kim Kaporis
Education, Financial Literacy, Junior Accounts, Savings Account

We’re revisiting some of our favorite ways to teach kids at any age the value of a dollar.

How to Know When You’re Ready to Buy a Home
Mar 9

Mar 9 How to Know When You’re Ready to Buy a Home

Lauren Beach
Homeownership, Homeowner, Home Loans

It’s time to turn your ideas into action…A few questions to ask yourself to see if you’re home-buying ready.

How to Buy a House And Stay on Top of Your Student Loans
Feb 27

Feb 27 How to Buy a House And Stay on Top of Your Student Loans

Kim Kaporis
MoneyMatters, Homeowner, Home Loans, Student Loans

We know many Millennials have put off buying a home due to student debt. So we looked into this topic and found home ownership can be possible, even while paying your student loans.

Should Couples Have Joint or Separate Checking Accounts?
Feb 14

Feb 14 Should Couples Have Joint or Separate Checking Accounts?

Kim Kaporis
Freedom To Grow

“If you’re not in it fully, where is the commitment?”  That’s what we’re about to find out.

Why I Got a Personal Loan to Consolidate My Debt
Feb 11

Feb 11 Why I Got a Personal Loan to Consolidate My Debt

Kim Kaporis
Education, Financial Literacy

 I recently got a personal loan to consolidate my debt.  Here’s my experience.

5 Best Budgeting Apps for 2020
Feb 6

Feb 6 5 Best Budgeting Apps for 2020

Kim Kaporis
Budget

We looked at some budgeting apps for 2020 and looked at features, user experience, and price.

4 Facts About Tax Identity Theft (And How to Help Prevent It)
Jan 21

Jan 21 4 Facts About Tax Identity Theft (And How to Help Prevent It)

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy, Taxes

Tax season leaves a lot of people vulnerable to potential scammers. But we’ve got your back. Here are the things to watch out for and links if you need to file any claims.

10 Money Lessons We Learned from "Friends"
Dec 27

Dec 27 10 Money Lessons We Learned from "Friends"

Kim Kaporis
Financial Literacy, Education

The iconic ‘90s sitcom is leaving Netflix in 2020. It’s been 25 years since Friends first premiered on television. Here are some lessons with money we’ve learned.

Why Together Makes Sense
Dec 2

Dec 2 Why Together Makes Sense

Kim Kaporis
Education

Check out why Together Credit Union works for us.

How to Have a Safe and Credit Friendly Holiday Shopping Season
Nov 5

Nov 5 How to Have a Safe and Credit Friendly Holiday Shopping Season

Kim Kaporis
Budget, Credit Cards, Financial Literacy, Money-Saving Tips

With the ability to pull out a card and charge it and shop online whenever the urge hits, here some ways to be credit smart AND safe.

5 Practical, Magical Tips for Keeping More of Your Money
Oct 15

Oct 15 5 Practical, Magical Tips for Keeping More of Your Money

Kim Kaporis
Budget, Credit Cards, Financial Literacy, Money-Saving Tips

Halloween doesn’t have to scare your bank account!  Your finances may stand a ghost of a chance if you follow these simple financial tips.

3 Benefits of Buying a Certified Used Car
Sep 23

Sep 23 3 Benefits of Buying a Certified Used Car

Kim Kaporis
Auto Loans

Certified used cars might be the perfect blend of having a reliable vehicle (like new), but saving more money (like used)!

Stress and First Time Home Buying
Aug 26

Aug 26 Stress and First Time Home Buying

Kim Kaporis
Home Loans

2 in 5 homeowners describe shopping for a home as ‘one of the most stressful events in modern life’.

Get started on the right path with the HomeAdvantage solution through the credit union.

Advice for First-Time Home Buyers
Aug 16

Aug 16 Advice for First-Time Home Buyers

Kim Kaporis
Home Loans, Homeownership, Homeowner

Buying a home can be stressful. Check out this advice for avoiding some common first-time home buyer mistakes.

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